Brian Atkinson performing voices on stage for the radio play, Stan Freberg’s United States of America with the Collywobbles Theater Company.
June 24, 2026 7pm at the new Fennville Amphitheater.
June 26, 2026 7pm at the Plainwell Band Shell.
Dates are in flux right now.
Brian Atkinson
The nicest voice in comedy. Brian Atkinson is a comedian who played a serial killer on TV while doing voices for PBS Kids. This guy-next-door with a radio voice talks about his career in broadcasting, voiceover, and being adopted twice, with twisted observations of everyday life. Brian is an award-winning comedian: Best of The Bash 2022, 2023, and 2025. Brian Atkinson is a 2023-2026 Top 40 Comic, two-time Wildcard 1st Place Winner, and 2026 Semi-Finalist in the World Series of Comedy. Brian is so funny, you might not notice he’s working clean.
Stan Freberg’s United States of America
Stan Freberg Presents the United States of America Volume One: The Early Years is a 1961 American comedy album with music and lyrics written by Stan Freberg and sketches written by Freberg and Ken Sullett, released as Capitol W/SW-1573 in 1961. Freberg satirizes episodes of the history of the United States from 1492 until the end of the Revolutionary War in 1783. The album combined dialogue and song in a musical theater format. Billy May orchestrated and conducted the music, with the Jud Conlon Singers providing background vocals. Our presentation as a staged radio play omits the musical numbers but maintains the biting satire. It’s worth noting that a casual listener may perceive stereotypes that haven’t aged well. The satirical roast of the white man and historical authority figures survives and flourishes 65 years later. There’s no punching down to oppressed people groups, only punching up at the pedestal standers like Christopher Columbus, Ben Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington. It’s a hilarious romp through the early years of American history even if you’re not a history buff.
The Collywobbles Theater Company
The Collywobbles Theater Company is coming to your town, performing hilarious old time radio shows at your local amphitheater, band shell, or library! Bring a blanket, lawn chairs and get ready for a great summer evening of comedy, mystery, music, live sound effects and more! Follow us on Facebook for news!
Brian Atkinson – Comedian
Brian Atkinson makes jokes, but only the finest artisan, hand-crafted, farm-to-table-saw jokes.
Brian Atkinson has hosted, featured, and headlined at clubs, corporate events, churches, and fundraisers across the country. He’s opened for notable “Bobs” like Bob Nelson, Bob Smiley, and Robert (Bob) G. Lee, and performed at Dr. Grins at the B.O.B. Brian has also opened for Jeff Jena, Kira Soltanovich, Michael Palascak, Adam Minnick, Happy Cole, Leslie Norris Townsend, Tommy Ryman, Chris Young, Andy Beningo, and Dave Williamson.
Brian’s appearances include Bonkerz, Comedy Cabaret, Crackers, Dr. Grins, Funny Stop, Gutty’s, Krackpots, L.A. Comedy Club Las Vegas, Laugh Factory, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, One Night Stan’s, Punchlines, Rick Bronson’s House of Comedy, Gilda’s Laugh Fest, the Maumee, Mary, and Joseph Comedy Festival, and the World Series of Comedy.
Brian’s sharp and smart comedic style has been a hit at clubs, contests, corporate events, churches, fundraisers, and festivals across the country. Born and raised in Chicagoland, Brian calls Grand Rapids, MI home. You can find him on all the socials @BrianAcomedian.
Bookings
Booking a comedy show with Brian is easy. If you have access to a social hall, church, or country club, Brian will work with you to set up your event and guide you to give your audience the best possible experience. Whether it’s a solo show or a showcase with multiple comedians, Brian Atkinson can produce a comedy show that you’ll love and brag about later.